Practice Nurse

Job summary
We are looking for a dedicated and forward-thinking Nurse to join our friendly and supportive General Practice team. This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified nurse to play a key role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care
, with the opportunity to use and develop your clinical skills across a varied and rewarding general practice environment. Working within your professional scope of practice, you will take an active role throughout the patient journey from assessment and history taking through to clinical decision-making, treatment, care planning and evaluation. You will be encouraged to use your clinical expertise, critical thinking and professional judgement to provide safe, effective and compassionate care.

You will work closely with GPs, nurses, healthcare assistants, administrative colleagues and other members of our multidisciplinary team, contributing to a collaborative environment where teamwork, innovation and continuous improvement are valued. The role also provides opportunities to contribute to the ongoing development of our services, support practice policies and initiatives, and provide clinical leadership within your area of expertise. We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, compassionate and committed to delivering excellent patient care
, who enjoys working as part of a team and is keen to develop their skills within modern general practice.

Main duties of the job The successful candidate will work as part of our friendly and supportive practice team, providing safe, effective and patient-centred nursing care. Main duties will include:

• Providing high-quality nursing care within your professional scope of practice.
• Carrying out wound care and dressings.
• Administering injections and vaccinations.
• Taking blood samples and carrying out urine testing/dipstick analysis.
• Recording routine clinical observations, including blood pressure, height and weight.
• Childhood Immunisations
• ECG's
• Ear Syringing
• Cervical Smears
• Chronic Disease Clinics
• Supporting the wider clinical team with patient assessments, treatment and ongoing care.
• Working collaboratively as part of the multidisciplinary practice team.
• Maintaining accurate and timely patient records and completing associated clinical administration.
• Providing advice and support to patients where appropriate, promoting health and wellbeing.
• Undertaking additional clinical duties as required by the practice.

Whilst some of the above is mandatory to apply, training and support will be provided to develop skills in areas such as childhood immunisations, spirometry, ECGs, ear syringing, cervical screening and chronic disease management clinics. This provides an excellent opportunity for the successful candidate to broaden their skills and develop within general practice.

About us Ty Bryn Surgery is a well-established and forward-thinking NHS GP practice based in Trethomas, Caerphilly. We provide high-quality, patient-centred care to our local community and are proud to be part of the wider NHS Wales primary care service. We are a friendly and supportive practice with a multidisciplinary team of approximately 35 staff, including GPs, nurses, healthcare professionals, administrative and reception colleagues, supported by an experienced management team.

We cross-cover three different sites;
Trethomas, Machen & Llanbradach. We believe our staff are at the heart of delivering excellent patient care. We value teamwork, open communication and a positive working environment, where colleagues are encouraged to share ideas, develop their skills and make a meaningful contribution to the practice. We are committed to supporting our team through training, professional development and a collaborative approach to working.

Whether you are an experienced healthcare professional or looking to develop your career in primary care, Ty Bryn Surgery offers a welcoming environment where you can be part of a dedicated and hardworking team.

Job responsibilities 1. Clinical Practice The Practice Nurse will provide safe, effective and patient-centred care within their professional scope of practice, including:

• Carrying out clinical assessments and developing appropriate care plans.
• Providing travel health advice, including vaccinations, medication, safe sex, food and water hygiene and sun protection.
• Delivering childhood and adult vaccinations in accordance with current national guidance and relevant Patient Group Directions (PGDs).
• Supporting health promotion, including advice on…